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Stir-Fried Fava Beans with Spiced Butter

Tender fava beans stir-fried with niter kibbeh (spiced butter) and aromatic spices for a savory and satisfying snack.

30m4 servings
Contains dairy
220 cal|10g protein|30g carbs|8g fat|8g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Fava Beans (shelled)
  • 3 tbsp Niter Kibbeh (Ethiopian Spiced Butter)
  • 0.25 Red Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 0.5 Green Chili (finely chopped)
  • 0.25 tsp Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1If using fresh fava beans, blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to an ice bath. Peel the beans.
  2. 2Heat niter kibbeh in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3Add red onion and garlic to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. 4Add fava beans and green chili to the skillet. Stir-fry for 8-10 minutes, until the beans are tender and heated through.
  5. 5Season with salt and serve hot.

Substitutions

Niter Kibbeh →

Use clarified butter mixed with garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander and cardamom if you don't have niter kibbeh.

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